I’ve been trying to come up with the words to complete my last blog (hence the reason I’m writing this at 12 a.m.), but the only things that are coming to my mind are words of gratitude for being able to take this sabbatical. Because of it, I was able to make up lost time with my family, reconnect with a friend, go on some new adventures, de-stress, and find (or at least kick-start) peace/healing in areas of my life that desperately needed it.
It makes me think back to the end of year meeting when David talked about the extent to which we overwork ourselves; often without even realizing it. I know that in my case, I didn’t realize I needed to slow down and take a breath until I had no other choice but to slow down and take a breath.
Tomorrow I “head back to the real world.” Of course part of me will miss being able to spend the whole day reading or taking mandatory naps (are 15 minute nap breaks a thing, now? 😉 ), but I’m looking forward to getting back into a daily routine and incorporating aspects of my sabbatical into every day life.